In addition to the Visalift and the brand-new Revitalift, Pharmaesthetics now offers a third option for healthcare professionals. The Focus Dual It is designed to bring together two different technologies on a single platform: the radiofrequency and micro- and macro-focused ultrasound.
The New Feature in Detail
On one hand, the device is equipped with a radiofrequency tip, which delivers energy that causes thermal damage in order to improve skin quality. Two types of cartridges can be attached to it: those with insulated needles and those with non-insulated needles. For both categories, there are versions of cartridge with 10, 25, or 36 needles lined up in rows.
The type of needle determines whether the treatment will target only the deeper layers of the skin (in which case, insulated needles are used) or whether the treatment will extend from the epidermis to the dermis (this occurs when non-insulated needles are chosen). The depth setting at which the needles will penetrate is another factor that determines the skin layer to be treated.
The choice of the number of needles in the cartridge, on the other hand, depends on the size of the area to be treated. A cartridge with fewer rows and fewer needles is best suited for smaller areas and/or those that are harder to reach—such as the corners of the nose, for example. A cartridge with more needles distributed across a greater number of rows, on the other hand, can cover larger areas in a single pulse. Among the benefits of radiofrequency treatment are the stimulation of collagen and elastin synthesis, the reorganization of existing fibers, and a controlled resurfacing effect with rapid recovery.
On the other side of the equipment, we have the micro- and macro-focused ultrasound, a technology that acts on the skin by creating microcoagulation points. There are four tip options that can be attached to the handpiece—they are linear, and what varies among the models is the number of coagulation points, which can reach 24.
This technology is recognized for its effectiveness in combating sagging and improving facial and body contours, as it promotes not only collagen synthesis but also a tightening effect—an improvement in tissue firmness that occurs both immediately and progressively. When properly prescribed and used, it can also help reduce localized fat.
Radiofrequency and micro- and macro-focused ultrasound They work in a complementary manner, broadening the range of treatments and enhancing results. While the first focuses more on skin quality, the second has the power to reposition facial structures. Having both technologies in a single device therefore makes a lot of sense.
Key Differences Between Focus Dual, Visalift, and Revitalift
Although the Focus Dual combines two technologies in a single device, there are differences between it and the Visalift and Revitalift, which offer radiofrequency and micro- and macro-focused ultrasound as standalone devices.
In terms of radiofrequency, for example, the Focus Dual does not feature a cryo-anesthesia tip—the skin-cooling feature is only available on the Revitalift.
When comparing the Focus Dual ultrasound device with the Visalift ultrasound device, the main differences lie in the types of tips. “In the Focus Dual, the nozzles are arranged in a line, and the material is applied in bursts.”, explains biomedical scientist Isabel Garcia, a speaker and scientific consultant at Pharmaesthetics. With Visalift, the devices come in pen form (with a rounded tip), and energy is emitted continuously as the tip is glided across the skin.
All three devices offer excellent features for healthcare professionals looking for high-tech solutions. If you’re unsure which one to choose, there are a few factors—beyond the technical specifications—that you might want to consider. For compact clinics, for example, the Focus Dual may be the best choice.
For larger clinics with more professionals on staff, using both Visalift and Revitalift may be the most strategic option. Learn more about micro- and macro-focused ultrasound, radiofrequency, and the Visalift and Revitalift devices in this post.
